Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage
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- 57 Barrels
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Dichloroacetyl Chloride Chemical Storage Specifications
Compliant storage and rental solutions for Dichloroacetyl Chloride (C2HCl3O). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.
Flammable hazardFlammable Storage
Chemical formula
About Dichloroacetyl Chloride
Dichloroacetyl Chloride is a fuming liquid with a sharp, penetrating odor. It is used as a chemical intermediate. * Dichloroacetyl Chloride is on the Hazardous Substance List because it is cited by DOT and NFPA.
Structured hazard data
- Hazard class
- Flammable Liquids, Category 4
- Storage category
- Flammable Storage
- Flammable
- Yes
- Flash point
- 66 C
- Storage temperature
- Dry, cool place
- Recommended extinguishing agent
- Dry Chemical
- Compatibility / segregation
- Keep away from water, strong bases, and alcohols.
Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exp
Fire Suppression System
Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Dichloroacetyl Chloride
Water
Dry Chemical · Recommended
CO₂ / Other
Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Dichloroacetyl Chloride (C2HCl3O). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.
Additional extinguishing notes: SMALL FIRE: CO2, dry chemical, dry sand, alcohol-resistant foam. LARGE FIRE: Water spray, fog or alcohol-resistant foam. FOR CHLOROSILANES, DO NOT USE WATER
Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.
Storage & segregation guidance
Compliant storage and rental solutions for Dichloroacetyl Chloride should account for its listed hazards (Flammable Liquids, Category 4), climate control needs (Dry, cool place), and segregation requirements. Keep away from water, strong bases, and alcohols.
Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.
Properties: Physical State Liquid Appearance Light yellow Odor pungent Odor Threshold No information available pH No information available Melting Point/Range No data available Boiling Point/Range 107 - 108 °C / 224.6 - 226.4 °F @760 mmHgFlash Point 66 °C / 150.8 °F Evaporation Rate No information available Flammability (solid,gas) Not applicable Flammability or explosive limits Upper No data available Lower No data available Vapor Pressure 30.6 hPa @ 20 °C Vapor Density 5.1 Specific Gravity 1.530 Solubility No information available Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available Autoignition Temperature 585 °C / 1085 °F Decomposition Temperature No information available Viscosity No information available Molecular Formula C2 H Cl3 O Molecular Weight 147.39
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Recommended storage solutions for Dichloroacetyl Chloride
Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.
Fire-rated4 HourChemical StorageFireSAFE 4X
- 4-Hour Fire-Rated
- 8 ft x 10 ft
- 12 Barrels
- 55 Gal Storage Drums
- 48 Square Feet storage
Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote StorageSingle Tote & Pallet Storage
- 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
Material handling
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IBC Totes
Large-volume tote storage with forklift-ready handling inside compliant buildings.
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55 Gallon Drums
Drum and pallet-adjacent workflows sized for secondary containment and segregation.
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Pallet-in, pallet-out layouts for packaged chemicals and rack-ready inventory.
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Small Containers
Locker and cabinet-scale storage for cans, jars, and other small-format chemicals.
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Frequently asked questions
How should Dichloroacetyl Chloride be stored?
Store Dichloroacetyl Chloride in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Flammable Liquids, Category 4). Climate range guidance: Dry, cool place. Compatibility notes: Keep away from water, strong bases, and alcohols. US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.
Is Dichloroacetyl Chloride flammable?
Yes — Dichloroacetyl Chloride is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: 66 C. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.
What hazard class is Dichloroacetyl Chloride?
Dichloroacetyl Chloride is listed as: Flammable Liquids, Category 4. Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exp
What fire suppression is recommended for Dichloroacetyl Chloride?
Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Dichloroacetyl Chloride (C2HCl3O). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.
Is compliant Dichloroacetyl Chloride storage available for rent?
Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Dichloroacetyl Chloride. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.